delta wing

American  

noun

1. a triangularly shaped surface that serves as both wing and horizontal stabilizer of a space vehicle and some supersonic aircraft.

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delta wing British  

noun

1. a triangular sweptback aircraft wing

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Etymology

Origin of delta wing

First recorded in 1945–50

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Example Sentences

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delta wing

Morien Morgan's contribution was vital in securing the plane's eventual swept back delta wing design, tailless fuselage and distinctive droop nose for greater visibility during take-off and landing.

From BBC ● Jan. 27, 2023

But even the canards are not enough; as Mach 3 approaches, the tips of the delta wing will be folded downward.

From Time Magazine Archive

Some designers believe that the wide delta wing is so stable in flight that it does not need the balancing action of a horizontal tail.

From Time Magazine Archive

To take its place, the company has decided on a stationary swept-back configuration that bears more than a passing resemblance to Lockheed's original "delta" wing design.

From Time Magazine Archive

The five ships were sleek craft with a highly swept delta wing design.

From The Runaway Asteroid by Michael D. Cooper

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